General English MCQs
Topic Notes: General English
MCQs and preparation resources for competitive exams, covering important concepts, past papers, and detailed explanations.
Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
8521
Abundance
Answer:
Plenty
Abundance (کثرت) means a very large quantity of something. 'Plenty' (کثرت) is a direct synonym. 'Scarcity' (کمی) is the antonym.
8522
Abstruse
Answer:
Complex
Abstruse (پیچیدہ) means difficult to understand or obscure. 'Complex' (پیچیدہ) is the best synonym. 'Obvious' (واضح) is an antonym.
8523
Abstinence
Answer:
Restrained eating or drinking
Abstinence (پرہیز) is the practice of restraining oneself from indulging in something, typically alcohol or food. 'Restrained eating or drinking' is a specific and common example of abstinence.
8524
Abstemious
Answer:
Moderate
Abstemious (پرہیزگار) means not self-indulgent, especially when eating and drinking. 'Moderate' (معتدل) in one's habits is the best synonym. 'Indulgent' (عیش پرست) is an antonym.
8525
Absolve
Answer:
Discharge
To absolve (بری کرنا) means to set or declare someone free from blame, guilt, or responsibility. 'Discharge' (بری کرنا) in this context means to relieve someone of a charge or duty, which is synonymous.
8526
Abscond
Answer:
Conceal oneself
To abscond (فرار ہونا) means to leave hurriedly and secretly, typically to avoid detection or arrest. This often involves concealing oneself (خود کو چھپانا).
8527
Abrogate
Answer:
Cancel
To abrogate (منسوخ کرنا) means to repeal or do away with a law, right, or formal agreement. 'Cancel' (منسوخ کرنا) is the most common synonym.
8528
Abortive
Answer:
Unsuccessful
Abortive (ناکام) describes an attempt or action that fails to produce the intended result. 'Unsuccessful' (ناکام) is a direct synonym.
8529
Abolish
Answer:
Nullify
To abolish (ختم کرنا) means to formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution. 'Nullify' (کالعدم قرار دینا) means to make legally null and void or to cancel out, which is a very close synonym in the context of laws or systems.
8530
Abjure
Answer:
Renounce
To abjure (ترک کرنا) means to solemnly renounce a belief, cause, or claim. 'Renounce' (ترک کرنا) is the precise definition.